On this episode, we are welcoming pureANIMAL's new ambassador, Dr Matthew Muir who shares his knowledge and experience on microbiome restoration therapy.

Topics discussed include:
Dr Matthew explains what microbiome restoration therapy (MRT) entails.
The impact of antibiotics on the microbiome.
The benefits of faecal microbiome transplant (FMT) - more than just bacteria.
Dr Muir explains how to screen donors for MRT. What to look for and what to avoid.
How effective is MRT and how does it compare to supplementing with probiotics?
Oral vs rectal microbiome therapy approaches - Matthew explains the difference and benefits of both methods.
How to prepare the recipient to optimise the effects of FMT.
Dr Matthew explains the indications for faecal microbiome transplant beyond dysbiosis.
How to gauge if the MRT was successful?
Which dogs are not good candidates for an FMT, and which cases should vets be cautious about?
How to approach cases of MRT that require antibiotics?



Resources:

https://vetmed.tamu.edu/gilab/service/assays/canine-microbiota-dysbiosis-index/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9534534/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9413255/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10017995/

On this episode, we are welcoming pureANIMAL's new ambassador, Dr Matthew Muir who shares his knowledge and experience on microbiome restoration therapy.
Topics discussed include:
<ul>
<li>Dr Matthew explains what microbiome restoration therapy (MRT) entails.</li>
<li>The impact of antibiotics on the microbiome.</li>
<li>The benefits of faecal microbiome transplant (FMT) - more than just bacteria.</li>
<li>Dr Muir explains how to screen donors for MRT. What to look for and what to avoid.</li>
<li>How effective is MRT and how does it compare to supplementing with probiotics?</li>
<li>Oral vs rectal microbiome therapy approaches - Matthew explains the difference and benefits of both methods.</li>
<li>How to prepare the recipient to optimise the effects of FMT.</li>
<li>Dr Matthew explains the indications for faecal microbiome transplant beyond dysbiosis.</li>
<li>How to gauge if the MRT was successful?</li>
<li>Which dogs are not good candidates for an FMT, and which cases should vets be cautious about?</li>
<li>How to approach cases of MRT that require antibiotics?</li>
</ul>
 
Resources:
<a href="https://vetmed.tamu.edu/gilab/service/assays/canine-microbiota-dysbiosis-index/">https://vetmed.tamu.edu/gilab/service/assays/canine-microbiota-dysbiosis-index/</a>
<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9534534/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9534534/</a>
<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9413255/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9413255/</a>
<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10017995/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10017995/</a>

The pureANIMAL Collective podcast shares cutting edge science, clinical wisdom, and inspiration on integrative veterinary medicine. Each month, we interview our team of experts in the fields of orthopaedics, dermatology, internal medicine, and integrative medicine. Our mission is to create a world where integrative veterinary medicine is accessible to all, to empower and inspire other veterinary professionals and pet parents alike, and to ultimately improve the health and wellbeing of pets. Host Dr Sarah Howard is a veterinarian and lifelong student of natural health. 

The pureANIMAL Collective podcast shares cutting edge science, clinical wisdom, and inspiration on integrative veterinary medicine. Each month, we interview our team of experts in the fields of orthopaedics, dermatology, internal medicine, and integrative medicine. Our mission is to create a world where integrative veterinary medicine is accessible to all, to empower and inspire other veterinary professionals and pet parents alike, and to ultimately improve the health and wellbeing of pets. Host Dr Sarah Howard is a veterinarian and lifelong student of natural health.

The Pure Animal Podcast aims to enlighten listeners about an integrative approach to veterinary medicine. Each month, we interview practitioners at the forefront of this field who share their insight and experience with the ultimate goal of benefiting the well-being and health of animals.

pureANIMAL Collective

On this episode, we are welcoming pureANIMAL's new ambassador, Dr Matthew Muir who shares his knowledge and experience on microbiome restoration therapy.

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